Electrical Engineer

Actalent; Delaware (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent in Delaware, OH is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support high-speed automated manufacturing equipment, focusing on PLC programming and controls.

The role offers ownership over machine improvements and design decisions in a fast-paced production environment. You will work with vendors, specify components, and troubleshoot drives, sensors, and vision systems.

Qualifications

• Experience with PLC programming and controls troubleshooting.
• Identify root causes of machine and controls issues.
• Specify and select electrical components for upgrades.
• Experience working with vendors or OEMs.
• Cognex vision system experience.

Responsibilities

• Modify and troubleshoot existing PLC code.
• Make small programming changes and continuous improvements to machine operation.
• Identify root causes of machine and controls issues.
• Work with equipment suppliers and vendors on troubleshooting, upgrades, and modifications.
• Specify and select electrical components for upgrades and replacements.
• Troubleshoot drives, servo motors, sensors, and controls components.
• Access PLCs to diagnose component failures and determine corrective actions.
• Support highly automated manufacturing equipment used in diaper production.
• Participate in equipment modernization projects involving controls and electrical upgrades.

Skills

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Automation

Troubleshooting

Vendor liaison

Vision system

Job description

Description

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support high-speed automated manufacturing equipment. This individual will focus on PLC programming, controls troubleshooting, equipment upgrades, and specifying components for complex converting machinery. The role offers significant ownership over machine improvements and design decisions while working in a fast-paced production environment.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities: Modify and troubleshoot existing PLC code. Make small programming changes and continuous improvements to machine operation. Identify root causes of machine and controls issues. Work directly with equipment suppliers and vendors to discuss troubleshooting, upgrades, and equipment modifications. Specify and select electrical components for machinery upgrades and replacements. Troubleshoot drives, servo motors, sensors, and controls components. Access PLCs to diagnose component failures and determine corrective actions. Support highly automated manufacturing equipment used in diaper production. Participate in equipment modernization projects involving controls and electrical upgrades.

Skills

allen bradley plc, allen-bradley, siemens plc, automation, manufacturing environment, vision system, troubleshooting, vendor relationship, oem

Top Skills Details

allen bradley plc,allen-bradley,siemens plc,automation,manufacturing environment

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Cognex vision system experience
• High-speed manufacturing or packaging experience
• Basic electrical wiring and troubleshooting experience
• Experience working directly with vendors or OEMs

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Delaware, OH.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

This company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Delaware,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.